Here's what's happening at the Beard House next week:
Saturday, June 11, 7:00 P.M.
Mouthwatering Italian, Memphis StyleMemphis may be the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll, but these days the coolest place in the city is Michael Hudman and Andrew Ticer’s Southern-inflected Italian eatery. With a menu featuring dishes inspired by the chefs’ grandmothers, the restaurant’s fresh take on tradition is sure to satisfy your body and soul.
Tuesday, June 14, 7:00 P.M.
Organic Haute CuisineAfter working in the kitchens of Danny Meyer and Tom Colicchio, self-taught chef Dan Kluger went to work for Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Together they created NYC’s hip eco-eatery ABC Kitchen, where the vegetable-focused, cons

Memphis may be the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll, but these days the coolest place in the city is Michael Hudman and Andrew Ticer’s Southern-inflected Italian eatery, Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen. With a menu featuring dishes inspired by the chefs’ grandmothers, the restaurant’s fresh take on tradition is sure to satisfy your body and soul.
We're mighty proud to be hosting this duo at the Beard House this Saturday. Once you're done drooling over the menu below, click here to make your reservation.
Hors d’Oeuvre Polenta Johnnycakes with Smoked Amberjack and Pickled Ramps Pork Snacks > Snou

Whether your version of foraging is a hunt across the forest floor or just a quick stroll through the farmers' market, be sure to grab some wild fungi for this earthy and creamy stew from chef Chris DiMinno of Clyde Common in Portland, Oregon. (The recipe calls for a few ramp leaves, but don't worry if the allium's season has ended in your neck of the woods—the dish is just as satisfying without them.)
Get the recipe here.

We may take them for granted today, but the microwave, blender, and countless other kitchen tools were once groundbreaking inventions that revolutionized the way we cook.
Think you know a thing or two about the history of kitchen gadgets? Take a stab at this question:
Craig Claiborne called which machine “perhaps the best food invention since toothpicks”?
A. Blender B. Food processor C. Silicone spatula D. Dutch oven
Take our complete quiz on culinary innovations here!